2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (210 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
